Sciatica Treatment in Calgary, AB — Relieve the Pain Running Down Your Leg
Sciatica is pain that travels from the lower back through the buttock and down one leg. It can feel sharp, burning, or like an electric shock. It often makes sitting, driving, and sleeping miserable. At One Physio & Mobility Clinic, sciatica treatment in Calgary targets the source — whether it is a disc, a tight muscle, or a joint — not just the symptoms.
15+
Years Experience
1:1
Care Every Visit
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Overview
When You Need Sciatica Treatment
Sharp pain, burning, or numbness running from your lower back through your buttock and into your leg is classic sciatica. It often gets worse with prolonged sitting — a problem for Calgary office workers commuting on Crowchild or Stoney Trail. Sciatica can also flare after lifting, bending, or a sudden movement. If these symptoms have lasted more than a few weeks, or are getting worse, treatment is needed.
Signs You Should Come In
- ✔ Pain, burning, or numbness running down one leg
- ✔ Symptoms worse after prolonged sitting or driving
- ✔ Lower back pain with leg symptoms after lifting or bending
- ✔ Symptoms have lasted more than a few weeks
- ✔ Sciatica is flaring again after a previous episode
How It Works
Our Sciatica Treatment Process
We assess your spine, hips, and sciatic nerve to identify exactly where the irritation is coming from. Treatment includes manual therapy, targeted exercise, and nerve mobility techniques. We also address the contributing factors — hip tightness, disc loading, or postural habits from desk work. Direct billing for extended health plans means no out-of-pocket delays.
Why One Physio
Why Choose One Physio & Mobility Clinic
Registered physiotherapist identifying root cause — not just symptoms
15+ years treating spine and neurological presentations
One-on-one treatment every visit
Direct billing for extended health and WCB
Coordinated with IMS or dry needling when helpful
What to Expect
- Spine, hip, and neural assessment to find the source
- Manual therapy and joint mobilization
- Nerve mobility and neural flossing techniques
- Postural and activity modification guidance
- Progressive strengthening to prevent recurrence
Your Clinician
Who Is Treating You
Your care is provided by Mahveen Moiz, Registered Physiotherapist at One Physio & Mobility Clinic in NW Calgary.
Mahveen Moiz
Registered Physiotherapist
Mahveen graduated in 2006 and has spent over 15 years treating orthopedic and sports injuries, post-accident recovery, pelvic floor dysfunction, and neurological conditions. She is the primary physiotherapist at One Physio & Mobility Clinic.
College of Physiotherapists of Alberta — Registered Member
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes sciatica?
Sciatica is caused by compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve — most commonly from a disc herniation, bone spur, or tight piriformis muscle. We assess the cause before designing treatment.
How long does sciatica take to resolve?
Most sciatica cases improve significantly in 6 to 12 weeks with the right treatment. Waiting makes recovery longer. Early intervention is consistently better than rest.
Do I need an MRI before starting treatment?
Not usually. We can assess the nerve clinically and begin treatment based on your symptoms. If imaging is needed, we will advise you.
Is sciatica treatment covered by extended health?
Yes. Physiotherapy for sciatica is covered by most extended health plans. We direct bill.
Do Not Wait to Get Worse on Its Own
Sciatica is treatable — most people do not need surgery. Call +1 (403) 984-1669 or book your assessment online. Sciatica treatment is part of our Chronic Pain Management program — visit that page for the full list of chronic pain services at One Physio.